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An industry expert discusses what’s holding back the use of 3D printing in commercial construction

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While the government has doled out grant money to research 3D printing capabilities in space, and several proof-of-concept projects from bridges to Army barracks have garnered headlines, the applied use of 3D printing in commercial construction remains nascent. Patti Harburg-Petrich, principal in the Los Angeles office of U.K.-based

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Velux shares the "innovative" process behind Living Places housing concept

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Promotion : window manufacturer Velux has highlighted the lessons learned by the partners behind its experimental Living Places housing concept. The concept was brought to life last year with the construction of seven prototype homes in Copenhagen.

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Toothbrush pops open for recycling in Seymourpowell's Un-Made disassembly concept

Deezen

As part of the project, Seymourpowell devised four automated disassembly mechanism concepts using an electric toothbrush as an example for their animated graphics. Un-Made suggests automated disassembly mechanisms for an electric toothbrush The first Un-Made concept is a pin mechanism. The second concept is a vacuum mechanism.

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The Essential Role of Commercial Seating in Contemporary Architecture

Architecture Ideas

Within contemporary architectural design, the importance of commercial seating plays a pivotal role. These pieces are more than just practical; they significantly contribute to the visual and functional quality of both public and commercial environments.

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Eight job opportunities in the international creative industries

Deezen

We've selected eight job opportunities in the international creative industries that are available on Dezeen Jobs this week, including positions at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill , Ateliers Jean Nouvel and Studio Olafur Eliasson. A growing architecture practice, Obata Noblin Office focuses on residential and commercial projects.

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Laminate flooring solutions by IVC Commercial

Deezen

Dezeen Showroom: flooring brand IVC Commercial has launched a new range of natural-looking laminate flooring solutions made from recycled or discarded wood. No tree was felled to make the laminate flooring ranges , which boast the look of wood but deliver high performance suitable for commercial use, with scratch- and wear-resistance.

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Foster + Partners Industrial Design team gives distinctive edge to door handles for FSB

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Promotion: Foster + Partners Industrial Design team has collaborated with German door handle brand FSB to launch a door handle collection that conveys the architecture firm's attention to detail. The firm also has a long history of industrial design , including pieces like the Arc table for Italian brand Molteni&C.